Cook

Maximum Heights Academy
Omaha, NE, US
$12-$14 an hour
Full-time

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $12-$14

Job Description :

A childcare cook is responsible for preparing and serving nutritious meals to children in a childcare setting, such as a childcare center, preschool, or after-school program.

The cook must ensure that the meals meet the dietary needs and preferences of the children, while also adhering to any specific guidelines provided by the childcare facility or relevant authorities.

Key Responsibilities :

Prepare and serve nutritious meals - The childcare cook is responsible for planning, preparing, and serving balanced meals that meet the dietary needs of the children in their care.

This includes ensuring that the meals are age-appropriate, culturally sensitive, and cater to any dietary restrictions or allergies the children may have.

Maintain a clean and hygienic kitchen environment - The cook must maintain a clean and organized kitchen, ensuring that all food storage areas, cooking utensils, and equipment are kept in a sanitary condition.

This includes regular cleaning, disinfection, and proper storage of food items.

Collaborate with other staff members - The childcare cook works closely with the childcare staff, including teachers and caregivers, to ensure that the meal schedule aligns with the daily routine of the childcare facility.

They may also collaborate with parents or guardians to discuss the nutrition needs and preferences of their children.

Manage food inventory and ordering - The cook is responsible for managing the inventory of food items, ensuring that they are well-stocked and within their expiration dates.

They must also place orders for new supplies and maintain accurate records of food purchases and usage.

Adhere to food safety and nutrition guidelines - The childcare cook must be knowledgeable about and adhere to all relevant food safety and nutrition guidelines, including those set by local health departments, the childcare facility, and any other applicable authorities.

Qualifications :

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Experience in cooking and food preparation, preferably in a childcare setting
  • Knowledge of nutritional guidelines for children, including age-appropriate and culturally sensitive meal options
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Ability to work well in a team environment.
  • Strong communication skills
  • Food handler certification or willingness to obtain.
  • 30+ days ago
Related jobs
Promoted
Taco Bell
Bellevue, Nebraska

Previous cook, line cook, prep cook, sous chef or other back of house (BOH) experience is beneficial. Taco Bell - Cornhusker is looking for a Restaurant Cook to join our team in Bellevue, NE. The restaurant cook is responsible for food preparation that meets or exceeds hospitality and service standa...

Bickford of Omaha Blondo
Omaha, Nebraska

Join our DYNAMIC team at Bickford Senior Living as a Cook! The Cook supports the Kitchen Manager and prepares food to serve our residents in our restaurant-style dining experience called the “Bread Basket. ...

Oak View Group
Papillion, Nebraska

The Cook must adhere to high food quality standards to ensure guest satisfaction. Portion control, food waste and sanitation are additional areas that the Cook must be aware of while operating in the kitchen. Responsible for cooking and packaging food product which is prepared to order or kept warm ...

Village Inn Walker Group
Bellevue, Nebraska

Our talented team members have been delivering exceptional service to guests for almost 60 years.We reached our premier status by recognizing that we not only need to provide the best food, but also hire the best people.To ensure that we attract and retain our team members,.Opportunities, locations ...

Midwest Health
La Vista, Nebraska

Dietary Cook - Part-Time - 2nd Shift. We are looking for full-time and/or part-time cooks to round out our kitchen staff!. As a Cook, you will work under the general supervision of the community's Dietary Supervisor to:. ...

The City Pub
La Vista, Nebraska

A Line Cook, or Prep Cook, plates dishes and completes basic food prepping tasks for a restaurant. Their main duties include preparing and cooking food in a specific station, cleaning up prep areas and making sure the kitchen is stocked. Line Cook duties and responsibilities . A Line Cook prepares f...

Dismas Charities
Omaha, Nebraska

Demonstrated ability to cook, organize and manage a food service operation within the budgetary guidelines outlined by the company. ...

Pizza hut
Omaha, Nebraska

As a Pizza Hut team member, you can be the smiling face that greets and serves the customers or a cook who make things happen in the kitchen. As a Pizza Hut® Cook, you'll prepare all of our menu items for our customers and will have some cleaning duties. In addition to cooking great Pizza Hut® produ...

McAlister's Deli
Omaha, Nebraska

The line cook duties include: Maintains food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils; Manages sanitation, health, and safety standards in work areas; Reads food orders and/or receives verbal instructions required and prepares orders quickly and accurately; Cleans and restocks station at th...

Davidson Hospitality
Omaha, Nebraska

Are you a passionate and skilled Line Cook looking for an exciting opportunity to showcase your culinary talents in a fast-paced and dynamic environment? Join our team as a Line Cook and be part of a culinary team committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences to our guests. Prepare and cook...